Background Abdominal pain is a core symptom of IBS and a primary driver of care seeking.
Visceral hypersensitivity is a key pathophysiological mechanism and therapeutic target for …

The abdominal wall is frequently overlooked as a potential source of chronic abdominal
pain. In anterior cutaneous nerve entrapment syndrome (ACNES), irritated intercostal nerves …

Background Chronic abdominal wall pain arising from the myofascial structures is termed
abdominal myofascial pain syndrome and is an important cause of refractory abdominal …

Endometriosis-associated pain (EAP) has a significant impact on the quality of life of those
affected and their families. Recognizing that endometriosis is a chronic condition associated …

Abdominal pain is a common reason for referral to a gastroenterologist. The workup of
patients with chronic abdominal pain can be extremely challenging as clinicians are …

Abdominal wall pain (AWP) is a common and underrecognized cause of chronic abdominal
pain. The etiology of AWP varies. History and physical examination are critical to an …

Recurrent abdominal pain is a common reason for repeated visits to outpatient clinics and
emergency departments, reflecting a substantial unmet need for timely and accurate …

Background Knowledge of optimal diagnostic workup, etiology, and response to treatment of
chronic abdominal pain after Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (RYGB) is limited. Objective To …

Background Chronic continuous abdominal pain (CCAP) is characteristic of centrally
mediated gastrointestinal pain disorders. It consumes significant healthcare resources yet is …

This study aimed to investigate consultation outcomes from gastroenterologists to generalist
physicians for the diagnostic workup of undiagnosed chronic abdominal pain. This was a …